OEM Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Classic Timing Cover

Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Classic Timing Cover Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Timing Cover, Front
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  Q: How to replace the engine front timing cover on Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Classic?

  A: Engine replacement starts with taking out the Water Pump along with the crankshaft balancer before removing the Oil Pan-to-front cover bolts and front cover bolts. Then you should remove the front cover and gasket while discarding the old gasket. Before installation check the engine front cover for cleanliness and perform an inspection. Proper replacement requires both the crankshaft oil seal and front cover gasket to be discarded while any sealant must be used only if specifically stated. During assembly ensure all gasket surfaces are clean of foreign substances including oil before assembling while centering the crankshaft front oil seal to the crankshaft to avoid premature wear and oil leakage. The assembly includes adding a 5 mm (0.20 inch) long sealant bead 20 mm (0.80 inch) in length to the Oil Pan - engine block junction before installing the front cover gasket and cover. First tighten front cover bolts and Oil Pan-to-front cover bolts gently until they reach the appropriate torque but avoid over-tightening them. The front and rear cover alignment tool (J 41476) enables proper front cover alignment where tapered legs need to match the machined surfaces. Install a new crankshaft front oil seal before reinstalling the Water Pump after you tighten all Oil Pan to front cover bolts to 25 nm (18 ft. Lbs.) and engine front cover bolts to 25 nm (18 ft. Lbs.).